The bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to enhance penalties for moving violations occurring in specific zones, including work zones, emergency scenes, and school zones. It specifies that individuals responsible for such violations during designated times will face fines that are double the standard amount. Additionally, if a moving violation results in injury or death to another individual in these zones, the responsible individual may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony, respectively, with specified fines and imprisonment terms. The bill also clarifies definitions related to these violations, including "emergency scene," "moving violation," "school bus zone," and "school zone."

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the operation of vehicles near stopped school buses. It mandates that drivers must stop for school buses displaying red or yellow lights and outlines the consequences for failing to do so, including civil fines ranging from $100 to $500. The bill allows for the use of stop-arm camera systems as evidence in violations and stipulates that fines collected from these violations will be allocated to school districts for transportation safety purposes. Overall, the amendments aim to improve safety in areas where vulnerable individuals, such as children and emergency responders, are present.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 257.601, 257.682
House Introduced Bill: 257.601, 257.682